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EVERETT 2044 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 6/17/2025 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PUBLIC FACILITIES AND SERVICES ELEMENT Page 169 The PUD No. 1 uses a combination of energy efficiency and conservation programs, and improvements in system operation to assure adequate service and promote sustainability to growing populations in the Everett area. Future service plans to meet growth throughout Snohomish County are guided by the PUD’s Preferred Plan 2014-2028, a part of their Integrated Resource Plan, prepared in 2013; and its 7- Year Electric System Capital Plan 2015-2021. Gas Natural gas service is provided to the city through franchise by Puget Sound Energy. PSE is regulated by the Washington State Utilities and Transportation Commission and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. New natural gas customers are served either as new development occurs, or when a fuel conversion is requested. In either case, service is extended upon demand on a case-by-case basis according to approved tariffs. Increased system capacity may be required as demand for natural gas increases and population growth continues. System reinforcements can be accomplished by such methods as up rating the operating pressure of an existing system, extending a new line, or looping an existing system to improve pressure. Solid Waste/Recycling/Compost Service The City of Everett and Snohomish County work together to manage solid waste through an Interlocal Agreement (ILA). This agreement was updated in 2023. Waste, recycling, and food/yard waste removal services and processing are provided by contract with Rubatino Refuse Removal to most areas within the Everett city limits, including zip codes: 98201, 98203, and 98204. Waste Management Northwest serves south of 112th Street SE, Eastmont, and Silver Lake. Telecommunications Telephone service is regulated by the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission and the Federal Communication Commission and provided by Frontier Communications to the Everett planning area and all of Snohomish County. Service is provided through a 100% digital switching network supported with a mix of fiber optic and copper cable. Cellular telephone and wireless internet services are provided within the city by a wide variety of providers, including AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon. Cable television and digital cable services, including telephone and internet services are provided, through franchise, by Xfinity and Ziply Fiber to the Everett area. Cable services are regulated by National Cable Televisions Association guidelines and FCC regulations. Broadband internet service is provided by cable, fiber-optic cable, satellite, and wireless service providers. Washington State has adopted the following goals for broadband service: by 2024: 25/3 megabits per second (Mbps) scalable to all residences and businesses; by 2026: 1/1 gigabit per second (Gbps) all anchor institutions; by 2028: 150/150 Mbps all residents and businesses.